{"product_id":"ata-rangi-pinot-noir-martinborough-2022-6x750ml","title":"Ata Rangi Pinot Noir 2022, Martinborough, 6x750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Stunning and captivating...beautifully infused tannins....gorgeously proportioned and harmonious”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e98 points, Sam Kim, WineOrbit.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAta Rangi, meaning ‘dawn sky, new beginning’ in Te Reo Māori, is one of New Zealand’s most revered Pinot Noir producers. While its roots trace back to 1980, when \u003cb\u003eClive Paton planted the first vines on Martinborough’s free-draining alluvial gravels,\u003c\/b\u003e it is the vision and skill of longtime winemaker Helen Masters that continue to define Ata Rangi today.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHelen joined the estate in 2003 and has played a pivotal role in shaping its signature style—wines that balance purity of fruit with finesse and a true sense of place. Recognised as New Zealand Winemaker of the Year in 2019 by Gourmet Traveller WINE, Helen has been lauded by critics for her ability to craft exceptional wines in every vintage. \u003cb\u003eRebecca Gibb MW (Vinous) notes that she\u003ci\u003e “nails it every year whither the season,”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e capturing both the depth and elegance of Martinborough’s distinctive growing conditions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAt the heart of Ata Rangi’s Pinot Noir is \u003cb\u003ethe famed Abel clone\u003c\/b\u003e, which Clive was among the first to champion, securing cuttings in the 1980s. \u003cb\u003eAlso known as the ‘gum boot clone,’ the vines are believed to have originated from the legendary Domaine de la Romanée-Conti in Burgundy before being smuggled into New Zealand and later confiscated by customs officer Malcolm Abel.\u003c\/b\u003e These remarkable vines, now the estate’s oldest, form the foundation of a wine widely considered the benchmark for Martinborough Pinot Noir. \u003cb\u003eIn recognition of its enduring quality, Ata Rangi Pinot Noir was awarded the inaugural Tipuranga Teitei o Aotearoa (‘Grand Cru of New Zealand’) in 2010.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCommitted to organic and regenerative farming, Helen is deeply engaged with the challenges of climate change. She focuses on soil health and vine resilience rather than adhering to European biodynamic principles. Her thoughtful, site-driven approach ensures that Ata Rangi remains at the forefront of New Zealand’s fine wine industry, delivering wines that are as compelling today as they have ever been.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cellar Select","offers":[{"title":"In Bond (For Storage)","offer_id":52624360603976,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Duty Paid inc VAT (For UK Delivery)","offer_id":52624417128776,"sku":null,"price":358.32,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pre-Arrival (In Bond - For Storage)","offer_id":52624417161544,"sku":null,"price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/7391\/4696\/files\/AtaRangiPinotNoir.jpg?v=1768817771","url":"https:\/\/www.cellarselect.co.uk\/products\/ata-rangi-pinot-noir-martinborough-2022-6x750ml","provider":"Cellar Select","version":"1.0","type":"link"}